Classrooms are not the only areas in schools where technology can make a difference in students’ lives. Physical education and athletics programs are starting to see the benefits of applying technology to students’ training regimens, especially in the weight room at the high school level.

John Beerbower, director of strength and conditioning at McHenry Community High School District 156 in McHenry, Ill., walked IDEAcon 2020 attendees through the forward-looking program he oversees during a presentation titled, “Strength and Conditioning Technology Integration.”